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Huel Bar
Flavor:
Chocolate
Ingredients:
Pea Protein, Brown Rice Syrup, Soluble Corn Fiber, Rice Syrup, Grape Juice Concentrate, Brown Rice Protein, Gluten-free Rolled Oats, Dark Chocolate Chips (Cocoa Mass, Coconut Sugar, Cocoa Butter), Gluten-free Oat Flour, Sunflower Oil, Ground Flaxseed, Emulsifier: Sunflower Lecithin, Rice Bran, Cocoa Powder, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Maltodextrin, L-Ascorbic Acid, Magnesium Oxide, Niacinamide, D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium-D-Pantothenate, Zinc Oxide, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamin Mononitrate, Potassium Iodide, Menaquinone-7, Calcium-L-Methylfolate, Retinyl Acetate, Ergocalciferol, Cyanocobalamin, Medium-Chain Triglyceride Oil (from Coconut), Tapioca Starch, Natural Flavors.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Huel Bar Chocolate is a product that fails to meet the criteria for a cleaner food option. This snack bar is not organic and contains genetically modified ingredients, which detracts significantly from its standing on our scale. The presence of added sugars, specifically coconut sugar and brown rice syrup, further reduces its score. Brown rice syrup, a more concerning form of added sugar due to its potential health implications, is also included in the ingredient list.
The bar consists of ingredients such as pea protein, soluble corn fiber, and gluten-free oats, which are commonly found in health-oriented products. However, the inclusion of natural flavors raises a red flag due to the ambiguous nature of this term, which can encompass a variety of chemical additives. The presence of pyridoxine hydrochloride, another additive, contributes to the product’s low score.
Most problematic, however, is the ingredient maltodextrin. Recognized as a known harmful additive, maltodextrin significantly impacts the product’s overall rating. The bar also incorporates vitamins and minerals, such as potassium citrate, calcium carbonate, and magnesium oxide, which are typically included to fortify foods nutritionally.
Despite these nutritional additions, the Huel Bar Chocolate’s overall composition, marked by non-organic ingredients, GMOs, added sugars, and harmful additives, positions it as a product to avoid for those seeking cleaner, healthier food options. The bar does not align with the standards of healthier fare due to its ingredient profile. Therefore, it is not recommended for consumers prioritizing clean eating and transparency in their food choices.
Certifications:
None
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